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El Dorado Wines Located just an hour from Sacramento or South Lake Tahoe in the beautiful Sierra Foothills, El Dorado County’s friendly tasting rooms feature a wide variety of award-winning
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Plan your visit to El Dorado County.It's all here, all year. A lifetime of discovery awaits. El Dorado County is one of the most diverse, beautiful places you’ll ever visit.
What a Way to Start the Day
Many agree that a good breakfast is a great way to start the day. But that may not look the same for all of us. So we suggest trying one of these incredible breakfast spots with easy access to the El Dorado Trail for a morning stroll.
3 Bed and Breakfasts in Placerville That Are Perfect for Your Romantic Weekend Getaway
Ah, the good ol’ couples’ getaway. Basking in the sun together, sipping on piña coladas by the beach (or hiking up mountains, hand in hand), and posting photos on Instagram captioned “#couplegoals.”
Affordable Family Fun in El Dorado County
Family-friendly fun shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg. In El Dorado County, you can find affordable fun every day of the week that entertains kids of all ages.
We’ve got recommendations for a week full of fun activities that range from Gold Rush history to train rides.
How the Rubicon Trail Got Its Start
Off-roading has become a popular activity, and it’s not unusual to see a caravan of Jeeps heading off to adventure here. But did you know that Jeeping got its start in El Dorado County?
4 Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Cafes in El Dorado County
Do you know that guilt you feel when you leave your pooch at home to go out to lunch? We have the remedy for that! Dog parents know how difficult it can be to find dining spots that allow you to take your canine buddy along. Luckily, some restaurants and cafes do host canines, and El Dorado County is home to quite a few of them.
Ways to Travel Responsibly in El Dorado County
We’re living in a new and uncharted time. The coronavirus pandemic changed everything. It required us to stay home and shelter in place, preventing the adventure and joy that comes with travel. There are signs of hope. El Dorado County is reopening, and we couldn’t be more excited to see you at our attractions, on our hiking trails, in our wineries and restaurants. But as folks move around the county – and the state of California – we ask you to do so safely and respectfully.
Three Family-Friendly Outdoor Summer Activities to Enjoy In El Dorado County
Spring and summer in El Dorado County are not to be missed. If you’re planning a family getaway, here are a few fun activities you can indulge in:
Welcome Back to El Dorado County
El Dorado County is open for travel, and we’re eager to welcome you back! You may notice a few differences, including new social and safety protocols like social distancing and recommended mask-wearing. And, like a new haircut, they’re small changes that make take some time to get used to. Underneath the new look is the same welcoming place you know and love!
El Dorado County Road Trips: Hop on a Hog
If you’re on two wheels, we’re going to assume you are a little more adventurous and not scared off by a road trip with stops with names like Hell Hole, Ice House, Stumpy Meadows, or the infamous Old Hangtown. These backroads wind through the Sierra Nevada Foothills alongside lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, majestic pines, rolling hills, and ranches. The best time for this road trip is May through October.
El Dorado County Road Trips: Leaf Peepers
If you’re looking for Mother Nature’s annual show of colors, this road trip is for you! The aspen, oak, maples, cottonwood, and dogwood trees explode in color from late September through early December. During harvest season, the grapevines reveal a fantastic color palette which, of course, pairs well with any wine-tasting adventure.